Very low sound output

hi, I have just got a 2nd hand g3 dual usb ibook and its very nice.
except the sound is very very low, even wearing headphones i cannot follow spoken word etc
levels are at maximum both in the sound control panel and in the individual apps - ie iTunes, real player etc
any ideas?
thanks
N

Try resetting the PMU and see if that helps.

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Upon installation I have very low audio output! Screen Shot Screen Shot 2
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Did you access the Catalyst Control Center in programs and look at the latest updates for your graphics card and make sure you didn't download the audio drivers they self install and are checked automatically each time you attempt an update for the card.
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http://www.amazon.com/Creative-Labs-SB1040-Express-Blaster/dp/B000W7PNZI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1357...
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